What is another word for Ethelred I?

Pronunciation: [ˈɛθɛlɹəd ˈa͡ɪ] (IPA)

Ethelred I, also known as Ethelred the Unready, was King of England from 978 to 1013. Synonyms for Ethelred I include Ethelred the Redeless, meaning counsel-less or without counsel, and Ethelred the Inept, suggesting a lack of competency in governing. He is also sometimes referred to as Ethelred the Ill-Advised or Ethelred the Poorly Advised, hinting at a failure to heed wise counsel. Ethelred I's reign was marked by Viking invasions and political instability, leading to his eventual removal from the throne. Despite his frequent missteps, Ethelred I was a significant figure in English history and continues to be studied and remembered today.

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What are the hypernyms for Ethelred i?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    king, monarch, ruler, british monarch, Anglo-Saxon King, Saxon King.

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